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22 BR

2002 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,396 mi
Last recorded66,396 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl55,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration22 BR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 66,396 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 66,122 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 65,732 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 65,131 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 64,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 63,502 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 63,502 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 62,614 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 61,029 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 59,906 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 57,908 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 55,759 miles

Offside Front Wheel fractured on inner edge

Pass 12 Aug 2014 53,193 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 51,312 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 49,477 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 27 Sep 2011 46,223 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 46,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 43,521 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Sep 2010 43,494 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 38,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 36,249 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 32,976 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 32,976 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

ball joint rubber split n/s/f arm

Pass 18 Sep 2006 30,488 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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22 BR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 55,741 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 22 BR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 22 BR?

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What year was 22 BR registered?

22 BR is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is 22 BR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 22 BR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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